Thousands of passengers have faced disruption at UK airports in the past six months following a series of technical glitches and power issues.

The latest disruption, caused by an alleged cyber attack affecting Collins Aerospace, led to cancellations and delays at London Heathrow Airport on Saturday.

Brussels and Berlin airports are also experiencing delays and disruption following the “technical issue” affecting the service provider for check-in and boarding systems – which works for several airlines at multiple airports across the world.

Long queues formed at the check-in area of Heathrow Terminal 4, while airport staff attempted to manage the snaking queues, with many passengers sitting on the floor in the crowded terminal.

The incident is the latest in a series that have affected

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